2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 837 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
