1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
