2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
