1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Lantra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |