2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
