1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 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 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 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 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
