2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ikon | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
