1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lancia | Saturn |
Model | Thema | ION |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |