1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
