1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 16 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
