1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Kappa | Esprit |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |