2005 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Prisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |