1989 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 8 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 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 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
