2007 Acura TSX vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TSX | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
