1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
