1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Thema and 1984 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 1984 Renault 5. 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
