1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunfire | i30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
