1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 6 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 235 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.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Thema | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
