1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1220 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 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | NV |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
