1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 452 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1997 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
