2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar 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 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Lybra | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
