1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude 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 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 44 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 214 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
