1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | S-10 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
