1980 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 19 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
