1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
