1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 104 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
