1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lancia Kappa 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Lancia Oldsmobile
Model Kappa Silhouette
Year Released 1994 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2446 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2800 mm


 

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