2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
