1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 4 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Kappa | Voyager |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |