1998 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Musa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |