1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 563 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3246 mm |