2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 684 kg more than 1987 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
