1986 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.
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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
