1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 9 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Kappa | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
