1989 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
