1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kappa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
