1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Lancia Thema (178 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Camry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
