1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 896 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 Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lancia Thema | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Tundra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3700 mm |