1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 196 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
