1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 532 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
