1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Sierra | Thema |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |