1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 523 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Thema | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
