1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo 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 116 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
