1998 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 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 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
