1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
