1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
