1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
