1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 96 kg more than 1993 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Thema | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
