1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 11 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Kappa | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |