1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 188 kg more than 1994 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Thema |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
