1993 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 335 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Legend | Thema |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
