1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 550 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Euro 1 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
