1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
