2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | 19 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
