1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Lantra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |