1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
