1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Phoenix | Getz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
