2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | 928 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |