1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1988 Lancia Thema and 1988 Volvo 760 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 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 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Thema | 760 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |