1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 469 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 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
