1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 39 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Thema | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Thema | Esprit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |