1988 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 19 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Renault | Lancia |
Model | 19 | Musa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |