1990 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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 (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Kappa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |