1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, both 1994 Hyundai Accent and 1994 Porsche 968 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Accent | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Accent | 968 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |