1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 964 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Musa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
