1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 911 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
