1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1005 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thema | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2895 mm |