1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |