2007 Honda Element vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 944 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
