1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 925 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2980 mm |
