2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
