1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
