1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 5 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kappa | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
