1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 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 1996 Volvo V90. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | V90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
