2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 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 (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2123 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
