1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
