1998 Lotus 340 R 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 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 1998 Lotus 340 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (260 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lotus | Lancia |
| Model | 340 R | Musa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
