1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 152 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
