1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 252 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daewoo |
| Model | Lantra | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
