2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Musa | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
