1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 468 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lantra | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
