1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Musa |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |