1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lantra | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
