1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 831 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Lantra | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
