1985 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1260 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
