1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Kappa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
