1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
