1995 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
