2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 426 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
