1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 578 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
