1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
