1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
