1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Thema |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
