1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Thema |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
