2002 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Thema |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |