1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 358 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
