1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Lantra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
