1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
