2005 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Safari | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
