1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
