1996 Honda Today vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra

To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1998 Hyundai Lantra
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Today Lantra
Year Released 1996 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1710 mm


 

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