1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1997 Hyundai Lantra and 1997 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 1997 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Lantra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
