1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Mondial | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
