1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1999 Kia Potentia 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Lantra | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
