1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 298 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 929 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
