1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Step Wagon | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Step Wagon | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
