2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 1982 Lancia Prisma
Make Hyundai Lancia
Model Terracan Prisma
Year Released 2006 1982
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 168 km/hour 158 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2480 mm


 

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