1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 19 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 255 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Venza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
