1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 100 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 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 | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
