1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 23 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
