1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
