1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 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 57 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 710 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
