2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
