1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 19 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 505 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Accent | Evora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2575 mm |
