1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Lantra | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
