1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
