1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Because 1986 Opel Kadett 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 1986 Opel Kadett. 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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
