1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 18 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 380 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lancia Thema | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Thema | A5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |