1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
