2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
