1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |