1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 310 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.
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 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Lantra | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |