1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
