2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Logan | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
