1992 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 14 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Scoupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
