1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Thema |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
