1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 104 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.
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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Lantra | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
