2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (212 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Silverado | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2670 mm |
