1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2011 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Musa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 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 |
