1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Lantra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
