1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 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 75 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
