1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
