2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Thema |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
