2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 561 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
