1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 103 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Cavalier | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
