1984 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Lantra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |