1985 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 422 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Kappa |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |