1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 14 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. Both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 2008 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 29 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Kappa | Stream |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
