1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 1986 Lancia Thema and 1988 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 57 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
