1980 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 506 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Musa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |