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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (134 HP @ 4000 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 36 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (314 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2204 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |