1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Atos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
