1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 657 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Thema | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2868 mm |
