1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Presea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
