1998 Ford Courier vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, both 1998 Ford Courier 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 1,798 cc, 1998 Ford Courier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Courier (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Courier should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Courier weights approximately 203 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Courier (179 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Courier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Courier | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Courier | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1095 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
