1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 174 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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Lantra | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
