1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. 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 (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Kappa | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
