2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lybra | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
