1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema 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 Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 135 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.
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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema 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 Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Thema |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
