2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kappa | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
