1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 52 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Because 1991 Holden Commodore 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 1991 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Commodore | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
