2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
