1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 233 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
