2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
