2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
