1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Kappa | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |