1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 386 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3250 mm |
