1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Thema | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |