2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-250 | Thema |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2670 mm |