2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 81 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Thema |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
