1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 691 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thema | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
