1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega 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 1999 Opel Omega. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
