1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 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. Both 1987 Lancia Thema and 1991 Renault 25 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Renault 25. 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 (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 25 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
