1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |