1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Lantra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
