1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 279 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |