2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 648 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
