2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Kappa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |