2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
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, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Musa | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
