2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (212 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 394 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Centieme | Thema |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
