1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Kappa | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 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 | 80 L |
