1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1995 Peugeot 605 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. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thema | 605 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
