1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
