1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Thema | Lancer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |