1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600

To start off, both 1991 Hyundai Lantra and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Hyundai Lantra 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Lantra 600
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 5987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 408 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.3 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2230 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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