1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 993 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |