2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |