1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
