2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 527 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
