1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1987 Acura Integra

To start off, both 1987 Lancia Thema and 1987 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema.

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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra. 1987 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Lancia Thema 1987 Acura Integra
Make Lancia Acura
Model Thema Integra
Year Released 1987 1987
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4355 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1665 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm


 

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