1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
