1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Kappa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |