1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 255 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
