1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 394 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
