1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 445 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.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lantra | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |