1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 1985 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Coupe | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Cressida |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |