1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 454 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.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Thema | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
