2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 852 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Terracan | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
