1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra 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 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 60 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Kappa | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
