1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 626 (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 626 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
