2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1180 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.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Thema |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
