1986 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
