2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2035 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Excursion | Prisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |