1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera

To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa.

Because 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera. 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 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lancia Kappa 1994 TVR Cerbera
Make Lancia TVR
Model Kappa Cerbera
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2446 cc 4997 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 175 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 477 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 90 mm
Top Speed 214 km/hour 257 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 57 L


 

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