1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Lantra and 1996 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |