1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Elantra and 1996 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Elantra | Baleno |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |