1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1987 Lancia Thema and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Lancia Thema (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Thema | Lancer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |