2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. 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 (309 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
