1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Lantis | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3120 mm |
