1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 731 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Thema | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
