2010 Lancia Musa vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 1988 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lancia Musa | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Musa | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
