2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
