1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 23 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Thema | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
