1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1360 kg |
