1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
