1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Lybra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |