1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 339 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Thema | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
