1994 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1994 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Lantra | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Lantra | 20 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
