1984 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
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 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Electra | Thema |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |