1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Hyundai Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Excel | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
