1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 426 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1983 Buick LeSabre 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 1983 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Thema |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
