1984 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Electra | Kappa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |