1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |