1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Thema | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |