1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Lantra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
