1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2011 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Musa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |