1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 17 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 627 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Lantra 2013 Nissan GT-R
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Lantra GT-R
Year Released 1996 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 538 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 628 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1737 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 74 L


 

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