1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 16 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
