1990 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
