2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 328 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Lybra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |