1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 309 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
