1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Kappa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |