1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
