1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 21 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.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | Mondial | Kappa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |