1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 84 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lancia Thema | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |