1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 408 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
