1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Lantra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2425 mm |
