1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 246 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
