1995 Acura Legend vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema 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 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Thema |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |