1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Lantra | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
