1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Quattro | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
