2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
