1998 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Coupe and 1998 Acura RL were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 1998 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Coupe | 1998 Acura RL | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Coupe | RL |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |