1990 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Lantra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |