1991 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry.
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 i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Camry | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Camry | i40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
