1991 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
