1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 7 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 725 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.
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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Villager |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
