1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Thema | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thema | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
