1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 534 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kappa | G |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |