1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 2010 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
