1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thema | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
