1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
