2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 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 91 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
