1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Thema and 1994 Volvo 440 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 272 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Thema | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Thema | 440 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |