1978 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
