2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma.

Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Cadillac Escalade 1986 Lancia Prisma
Make Cadillac Lancia
Model Escalade Prisma
Year Released 2006 1986
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 76 HP
Torque 515 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 55.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2667 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 51 L