1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Corsair | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
