1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 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 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1993 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 94 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Scorpio | Thema |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
