2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 78 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
