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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 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 280 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 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 | 2294 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
