1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1172 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Thema | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |