2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Toyota Previa. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
