1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 69 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
