1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Lantra | Ventora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |