1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 988 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Thema | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Armada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
