1984 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Camira | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
