1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (212 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Thema | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Thema | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
