1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Lantra | Neon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |