1990 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada.
Because 1990 Ford Granada 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 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 1990 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Musa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
