1985 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 157 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
