1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Lantra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
