1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 410 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
