1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1256 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 (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Camry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
