2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
