1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Lantra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
