2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 20 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 996 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.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Enclave | Prisma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |