1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Thema |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
