2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
