2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Lybra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
