1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 4 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | Kensington | Thema |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |