1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 846 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Thema | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
