1980 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Estate | Thema |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |