1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Lybra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
