1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | i30 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
