1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 81 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.

Because 1994 Maserati Ghibli 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 1994 Maserati Ghibli. 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lancia Kappa 1994 Maserati Ghibli
Make Lancia Maserati
Model Kappa Ghibli
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 145 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm


 

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