1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Falcon 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Thema |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
