1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Thema | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |