2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
Model | Lanos | Thema |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |