1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
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 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
