1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
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 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Lantra | 460 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
