2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Kappa | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
