1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Daytona | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
