2008 Acura TSX vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TSX | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
