2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 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 1996 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | V90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
