1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
