1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Kappa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
