1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 2 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thema | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
