1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 279 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
