1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |