1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 6 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 55 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Santana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
