1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 246 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 1993 Porsche 993 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 1993 Porsche 993. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Lantra | 993 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
