1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
