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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 4250 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 140 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
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 | 2460 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
