1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
