1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1030 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 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
