1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lantra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
