1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
