2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Venture | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
