1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Kappa | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
