1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thema | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
