1994 Honda CRX vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda CRX | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | CRX | Kappa |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |