2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 2004 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Avancier | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
