1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lancia Thema | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Thema | Blazer |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |