1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Hyundai Marcia 2010 Toyota Tacoma
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Marcia Tacoma
Year Released 1994 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2790 mm


 

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