1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fairlane | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
