2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
