2004 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (204 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
