1998 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 2010 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Astra | Musa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
