1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thema | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
