1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 47 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Lantra | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
