1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sera | Equus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |
