1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1998 Daewoo Nubira and 1998 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
Model | Nubira | Kappa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |