1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, both 1993 Hyundai Lantra and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lantra | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
