1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 798 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Lantra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
