1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 745 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Lantra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
