1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Nissan Cefiro

To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Lantra and 1996 Nissan Cefiro were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Cefiro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Cefiro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.

Because 1996 Nissan Cefiro 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 1996 Nissan Cefiro. 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. 1996 Nissan Cefiro has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Cefiro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Lantra 1996 Nissan Cefiro
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Lantra Cefiro
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1599 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm