1997 Acura Integra vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 276 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
