1981 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. 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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
