1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 296 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Condor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
