2000 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Lantra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |