1981 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 80 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
