1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 181 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Thema | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |