1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lybra | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
