1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2105 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
