2002 Lada 110 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 110 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
