1984 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1984 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, 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 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Megagamma |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |