1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
