1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 492 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Toyota | Lancia |
Model | Caldina | Thema |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |