1977 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 633 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Mark II | Thema |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3053 mm |
