1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
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 (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Kappa | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |