1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 79 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
