2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
