1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Lybra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |