2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 1984 Lancia Prisma
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Ram Prisma
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5621 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 6300 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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