1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Thema |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
