1998 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 4 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (204 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Kappa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |