1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 237 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Lantra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
