1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1986 Holden Camira

To start off, both 1986 Lancia Thema and 1986 Holden Camira 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 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 1986 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Lancia Thema 1986 Holden Camira
Make Lancia Holden
Model Thema Camira
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2580 mm


 

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