2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
