2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 296 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
