1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina 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 73 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
