1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Thema | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thema | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
