2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 396 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Thema |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |