1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | 480 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
