2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caliber | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
