2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |