2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 179 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 2001 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
