1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 777 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 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Lantra | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
