2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1171 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
