1989 Audi V8 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
