1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Scorpio | Musa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |