1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | i20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
