2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Musa | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Musa | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |