1994 Ford Royale vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Royale.
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, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Royale | Accent |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
