1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Thema |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
