1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Kappa | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |
