2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 14 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Prizm | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
