1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Celebrity | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
