2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 711 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
