2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Lybra 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Lybra Legacy
Year Released 2005 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm


 

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