1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 476 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2824 mm |
