1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante 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. Both 1984 Lancia Thema and 1996 Mazda Levante are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | Levante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
