1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Euro 1 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1670 mm |
