1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 455 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.
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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Thema |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
