1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Thema | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1540 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 |