1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Accent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
