2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 916 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Express | Thema |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 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 |