1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 18 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 664 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Kappa | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
