2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
