1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 240 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 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
