1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
