1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Kappa | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
