1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. 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 Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Scoupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
