1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Levante | i30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
