1993 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 965 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Scoupe | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
