1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1986 Renault 9
To start off, both 1986 Lancia Thema and 1986 Renault 9 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 118 more horse power than 1986 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1986 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
