2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 571 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 309 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
