1978 Buick Century vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Century | Kappa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |