1986 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Orion | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
