1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 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 40 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
