1994 Nissan President vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 1994 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan President | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | President | i20 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2525 mm |