1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 15 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | iQ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 32 L |
