2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 309 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
