1994 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Probe | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
