1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
