1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 541 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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
