1989 Honda Integra vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
