1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1984 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Century 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 1984 Toyota Century. 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, 1984 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 1984 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1984 Toyota Century | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Lybra | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |