1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 25 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 439 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thema | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
