1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1215 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 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
