2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Rainier | Thema |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |