1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | i30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
