2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1868 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2480 mm |
