1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Lybra | 480 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |