1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
