2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
