1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2005 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2005 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Lancia |
Model | Cutlass | Musa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |