1989 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1989 Buick Electra and 1989 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Electra | Thema |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |