2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 838 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
