1989 Lancia Thema vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Thema | Bravada |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |