1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Metro and 1998 Hyundai Lantra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Metro | Lantra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |