1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 774 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.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lancia Thema | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |