1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Because 1978 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Rekord | Musa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
