1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
