2007 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 88 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
