1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 18 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | RunX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
