1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Lantra | Carlton |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |