2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra. 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lancia Lybra 1998 Plymouth Voyager
Make Lancia Plymouth
Model Lybra Voyager
Year Released 2004 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2880 mm