1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lancia Thema | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Thema | Defender |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |