1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Lantra | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |