1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 114 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Musa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |