1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 410 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Condor |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |