1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 370 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
