1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 275 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 2004 Rover 75 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. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Thema | 75 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |