1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 24 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 872 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Navara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
