1988 Audi 80 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 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,928 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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 (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
