1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 13 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 224 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Thema | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
