1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thema | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
