2008 Honda Element vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 26 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 902 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 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
