1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
