1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 2 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Kappa | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
