2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
