1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
