2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Lybra | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Lybra | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |