2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Lantra | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
