2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
