1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 625 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 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Thema | XF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2909 mm |
