1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 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 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
