1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 20 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. Both 1989 Lancia Thema and 2009 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Thema | SX4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |