1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Lantra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |