1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Thema | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
