2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Equus | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |