1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 716 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thema | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
