1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
