1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lancia Thema | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Thema | Montclair |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |