1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
