2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Musa | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
