2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
