2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Musa | Gol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
