1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
