1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lantra | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |