1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
