1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
