1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 406 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 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Kappa | RL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
