1985 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1271 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 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 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Thema | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thema | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
