2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
