1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 260 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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Avensis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |