1994 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 79 kg more than 1991 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
