2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2670 mm |
