2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Blackwood would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Lybra | Blackwood |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3520 mm |
