1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep CJ would be higher. Both 1985 Jeep CJ and 1989 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 14 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
