1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Thema | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |