1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Dedra | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
