1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Thema |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
