1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thema | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
