1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Euro 1 | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |