2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
