1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Thema |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |
