1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Thema | Volare |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
