1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 127 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Thema | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
