2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
