1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Thema |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
