2008 Acura TL vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 414 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
