2004 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
