1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kappa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
