1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 105 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lantra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
