1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
