1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thema | 993 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
