1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Lantra | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |