1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 28 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |