1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 15 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 20 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 (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
