2002 Honda City vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 118 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | City | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
