1997 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord 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 67 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 134 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
