1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 16 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
