1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
