1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 572 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Express | Thema |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3053 mm |