2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
