1984 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 14 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Camira | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
