1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cougar | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
