2007 Acura TL vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
