1970 Honda S800 vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S800 | Lantra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |