1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
