1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
