1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
