2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1382 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.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Kappa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |