2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 307 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
