2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Musa | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Musa | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
