1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 474 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
