1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
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 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 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 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 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 |
