2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C8 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
