1985 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Thema |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |