1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kappa | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
