2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 830 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Equus | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
