1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 18 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. Both 1993 Lancia Thema and 2011 Chevrolet Cruze are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thema | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
