1985 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 56 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
