1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 282 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
