2004 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
