1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1986 Ford Sierra and 1986 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Sierra | Thema |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |