1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 52 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Opel Ascona 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 1982 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
