1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lantra | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
