2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Cruze | Prisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |