1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 162 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Santana | Musa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
