1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
