2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Vectra | Musa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
