1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1985 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kappa | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
