1995 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Lantra | V50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
