2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 87 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
