2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
