1988 Audi 200 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
