1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 184 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Thema | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
