1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Getz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
