1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Thema and 1984 Saab 90 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 48 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Saab 90. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Thema | 1984 Saab 90 | |
Make | Lancia | Saab |
Model | Thema | 90 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |